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$58K/yr
Average Salary
2 years
Years of Education
+8%
Job Growth
Many
Total Jobs
Renewable Energy Technicians install, inspect, maintain, and repair solar panels, wind turbines, and other clean energy systems. One of the fastest-growing trade careers in the US as the country shifts to clean energy.
$38K
Starting
$58K
Average
$78K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Associate's Degree in Renewable Energy Technology
Typically 2 years
Start your career
Entry-level positions and internships
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Field
Trades & Skilled Labor
Required Degree
Associate's Degree
Time in School
2 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+8%
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Create free account →Federal labor-market data for Renewable Energy Technician
Pay range
$38K–$78K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+8%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
—
unavailable
Faster than average
Above-average demand growth expected
Typical duties
Read the full duties, work environment, and education requirements on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Open BLS page →
No unified Renewable Energy Technician SOC. Closest two: 49-9081 Wind Turbine (id 195) and 47-2231 Solar PV (id 123). Recommend keeping as umbrella; salary not auto-filled.